PRWeb.com Press Release Feed - PRWeb Press Release Account Feedhttp://www.prweb.comPRWeb.com Press Release Feed - Press Releasesenxml@emediawire.comxml@emediawire.comWed, 25 Feb 2015 08:02:07 GMT30President & CEO of Cypress Benefit Administrators Named SPBA’s Chairman of the Boardhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/02/prweb12536518.htmWed, 25 Feb 2015 13:00:00 GMT Tom Doney, president and CEO of Cypress Benefit Administrators, has officially been named as chairman of the national board of directors for the Society of Professional Benefit Administrators (SPBA). Doney will serve in this leadership role through the end of 2015.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/02/prweb12536518.htmMidwest Downtown Generates Some Sweet Business Traffic with its Mouth-Watering Death by Chocolate Eventhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/02/prweb12513009.htmThu, 12 Feb 2015 13:00:00 GMT A crowd favorite in Downtown Appleton for the last 12 years, Death by Chocolate will return on Valentine’s Day with 20 chocolate-inspired creations served up by local businesses. The sold-out event from Appleton Downtown, Inc. is just one of many in the 2015 line-up that’s designed to bring more traffic to the Downtown district and its eclectic mix of local businesses.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/02/prweb12513009.htmTPA Issues Refresher on ACA’s Shared Responsibility Payments for Employers Now that Regulations Are in Effecthttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/01/prweb12470762.htmTue, 27 Jan 2015 13:00:00 GMT With the Affordable Care Act’s shared responsibility (pay or play) requirements now in effect for plan years beginning January 1, 2015, and after, Cypress Benefit Administrators continues to be a resource in offering employers compliance help. The Midwest-based third party administrator provides a summary review of the two penalty types, timing and reporting requirements, as well as links to IRS-issued forms and resources.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/01/prweb12470762.htmGrowing Midwest-Based Third Party Administrator Launches New User-Focused Websitehttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/01/prweb12445889.htmThu, 15 Jan 2015 13:00:00 GMT After experiencing major growth in the last few years in terms of member enrollment and service offerings, Cypress Benefit Administrators has recently launched a new, more user-focused website with expanded content. The third party administrator re-designed its existing site to provide more employee benefit resources to visitors, better organize all information and simplify access.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2015/01/prweb12445889.htmWisconsin Downtown Named to 2014 List of Great Places in America with Designation as “People’s Choice” Winnerhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/12/prweb12404419.htmThu, 18 Dec 2014 16:00:00 GMT In its first year of including a “People’s Choice” category, the American Planning Association has named College Avenue of Appleton, Wisconsin, to its 2014 list of Great Places in America. The Wisconsin-based downtown destination received the recognition after hundreds of nominations were submitted and it went on to earn the most votes in the top 10 final selection.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/12/prweb12404419.htmOut-of-Network & Medical Necessity Reviews among Top Ways TPA Identifies Significant Medical Claim Savingshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/12/prweb12399538.htmWed, 17 Dec 2014 13:00:00 GMT After studying a year’s worth of results from its medical claim review division, Cypress Benefit Administrators has identified out-of-network and medical necessity reviews as two of the top ways it was able to uncover more than $6 million in employer-client savings. Cypress and Argus Claim Review also report that coding checks and line-item audits played an instrumental role in cost containment efforts.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/12/prweb12399538.htmTPA Keeps Annual Medical Plan Cost Increase to an Average of 1.3% for its Employer-Clientshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/11/prweb12343420.htmFri, 21 Nov 2014 06:00:00 GMT In releasing its latest employer medical plan cost comparison report online, Midwest-based Cypress Benefit Administrators reveals that its employer-clients experienced an average increase of just 1.3% in 2013 compared to 6.4% nationally. The report shows how the third party administrator (TPA) continues its trend of successfully containing employee benefit costs year after year.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/11/prweb12343420.htmCommunity Foundation Awards Record $15.9 Million in Grantshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/11/prweb12301792.htmWed, 05 Nov 2014 13:00:00 GMT The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region has released its 2014 Report to the Community that highlights a record $15.9 million in grants awarded to nearly 900 nonprofit organizations. The Foundation reported that grants and donations have returned to levels seen prior to the Great Recession.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/11/prweb12301792.htmTPA Finds Major Discrepancies in Hospital Billing Patterns, Saves Clients a Combined $120,000+ in New Case Studyhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/10/prweb12280756.htmTue, 28 Oct 2014 12:00:00 GMT To combat rising health care costs, Cypress Benefit Administrators and its Argus Claim Review Division make careful examination of employer-clients’ medical claims a standard practice. In a new case study example, the third party administrator (TPA) shows why this review process is so essential – especially in terms of hospital billing – and how it was able to save two clients more than $120,000 combined.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/10/prweb12280756.htmThird Party Administrator Introduces Video Series on Cost Containment Strategies for Employee Benefitshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/10/prweb12244921.htmTue, 14 Oct 2014 12:00:00 GMT Cypress Benefit Administrators recently added a new video series to its website that focuses on cost-saving strategies for self-funded employee benefit plans. The videos are based on presentations from the company’s 2014 Cypress University event and serve as an educational resource on topics ranging from stop loss insurance and employee wellness programs to telemedicine and dialysis cost control.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/10/prweb12244921.htmIPS Testing Named to Inc. 5000 List as One of America’s Fastest Growing Companieshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/09/prweb12189739.htmTue, 23 Sep 2014 12:00:00 GMT Providing independent testing and analytical services to a variety of industries in the United States and internationally, IPS Testing was recently named to Inc. magazine’s 2014 Inc. 5000 list of fastest growing companies in America. The business has doubled in size since 2010 and continues to expand its service offerings.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/09/prweb12189739.htmPatient-Doctor Visits Continue to Evolve with Innovative Telemedicine Services Offered through Third Party Administratorhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/09/prweb12141111.htmThu, 04 Sep 2014 12:00:00 GMT Now partnered with Teladoc, Cypress Benefit Administrators offers its employer-clients innovative telemedicine services that allow 24/7 access to medical consultations with board-certified physicians for non-emergency situations. This unconventional approach to patient-doctor visits is using the latest technology to avoid many unnecessary trips for urgent care, and offering people a new level of convenience and flexibility.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/09/prweb12141111.htmIPS Testing Celebrates 25th Anniversary and Continues Growth in Paper, Nonwovens, Consumer Products and Packaging Industrieshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/08/prweb12120717.htmTue, 26 Aug 2014 12:00:00 GMT Celebrating its 25th anniversary, IPS Testing has become a recognized leader for the testing and analytical work it does within the paper, nonwovens, consumer products and packaging industries. The company has doubled in size in just the last four years and continues to expand as it recently became the first independent laboratory to achieve ISO 17025 Accreditation for its flushability testing services.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/08/prweb12120717.htmMile of Music Festival Gains Substantial Traction in Second Year & Has Estimated Economic Impact of Nearly $2 Millionhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/08/prweb12094475.htmThu, 14 Aug 2014 12:00:00 GMT Returning to Appleton, Wisconsin for the second year, the Mile of Music festival doubled the number of performers, tripled the number of live performances and had an estimated economic impact of nearly $2 million. The four-day event featured all-original Americana music and attracted upwards of 35,000 local and out-of-state attendees to its 620 live performances, with many shows filling to capacity throughout the weekend.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/08/prweb12094475.htmThird Party Administrator Forms Proactive Partnership to Help Protect Members from the Costly Consequences of Medical Identity Thefthttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/07/prweb12053023.htmTue, 29 Jul 2014 12:00:00 GMT Now the fastest-growing form of identity-related crimes in the United States, medical identity theft (MIT) affected nearly two million people last year with associated costs topping $40 billion. Cypress Benefit Administrators – a third party administrator (TPA) with multiple locations across the U.S. – has taken a proactive approach to the problem by partnering with ICR Bridge in providing state-of-the-art MIT resolution services to its members.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/07/prweb12053023.htmMile of Music Festival Countdown Hits Less than 30 Days, Event to Showcase Original Americana Music & Feature Weekend Full of Surpriseshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/07/prweb12001466.htmWed, 09 Jul 2014 12:00:00 GMT Set to return next month with four days of original Americana music, the Mile of Music festival will feature more than 200 artists and 600 live performances in Northeast Wisconsin. As anticipation grows, the festival planning team announces some of the fun features in store for attendees along the music-filled mile stretch of Downtown Appleton.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/07/prweb12001466.htmTPA Helps Employers Understand Common Documentation Requirements as the Number of DOL Health Plan Audits Increaseshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/06/prweb11953872.htmThu, 19 Jun 2014 12:00:00 GMT With the recent implementation of Affordable Care Act and other requirements, the Department of Labor (DOL) has increased the number of health plan audits at U.S. businesses. Cypress Benefit Administrators serves as a resource in offering compliance assistance and helps employers better prepare for these regulatory assessments with information on common documents reviewed.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/06/prweb11953872.htmVoices of Men Initiative Marks Five Years of Advocacy Work and Hosts Annual Event with a Record Number of Attendees and Sponsorshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/06/prweb11932092.htmWed, 11 Jun 2014 12:00:00 GMT With 800 participants attending and more than 30 sponsor organizations on board, Fox Valley Voices of Men hosted its annual breakfast event to a record crowd this week in Appleton, Wisconsin. The bold movement marks its fifth year of advocacy efforts in 2014 and continues its mission to change the attitudes and actions of men and boys that contribute to the abuse of women and children.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/06/prweb11932092.htmTPA Finds Ineligible Employee Coverage to be a Frequent Problem Cited with Health Benefit Plans & Provides 10 Tips for Employers to Avoid the Resulting Claim Costshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/05/prweb11891499.htmThu, 29 May 2014 12:00:00 GMT A third party administrator (TPA) serving employer-clients in the United States with self-funded plans, Cypress Benefit Administrators shares how ineligible employee coverage has become a growing issue with health benefit plans. The TPA also provides a list of 10 best practice tips for keeping coverage requirements in check.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/05/prweb11891499.htmWisconsin Downtown Unveils Large Line-Up of Summer Events & Further Positions Itself as a Destination of Choicehttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/05/prweb11887430.htmWed, 28 May 2014 12:00:00 GMT Recently unveiling its most sizable schedule of summer events to-date, Appleton Downtown, Inc. (ADI) expects nearly half a million visitors to take part in this line-up of activities as the area continues to evolve as one of Northeast Wisconsin’s top destinations. Highlights for visitors coming to Downtown Appleton include an expanded farm market, a daytime and evening concert series and other arts and entertainment events.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/05/prweb11887430.htmMidwest-Based Mile of Music Festival Set to Return in August; Fan-Favorite Event to Double in Size and Scopehttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/05/prweb11809702.htmWed, 30 Apr 2014 12:00:00 GMT Coming off of a successful debut in 2013, the Mile of Music festival will return to Northeast Wisconsin in August with twice the number of artists and over triple the amount of live performances. Organizers are once again focused on highlighting original artists playing handcrafted Americana music and have recently unveiled an initial sampling of performers within the “First Fifty” line-up.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/05/prweb11809702.htmTPA Hosts Successful Cypress University 3.0 and Introduces Next Generation Solutions for Cost Control in the Self-Funded Industryhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/04/prweb11771934.htmThu, 17 Apr 2014 18:00:00 GMT Returning to Las Vegas for the third year since 2012, Cypress University 3.0 was presented to a full crowd this week at Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino. The annual cost containment conference was hosted by Wisconsin-based Cypress Benefit Administrators and introduced the latest next generation solutions and strategies for controlling employee benefit expenses in the self-funded industry.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/04/prweb11771934.htmCypress University 3.0 Kicks Off in Las Vegas, Conference to Cover Latest Cost Containment Strategies in Employee Benefitshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/04/prweb11754136.htmMon, 14 Apr 2014 12:00:00 GMT Being referred to as Cypress University 3.0, the popular spring conference from Cypress Benefit Administrators is back in session for the third year and gets underway today in Las Vegas. It features an all-new venue, schedule and group of presenters, and will cover the latest cost containment strategies related to self-funded employee benefits.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/04/prweb11754136.htmWisconsin Testing Lab Becomes First to Offer ISO Accredited Flushability Testing Services for Wipes Productshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/04/prweb11731004.htmFri, 04 Apr 2014 12:00:00 GMT After opening a new state-of-the-art simulation lab last fall, Wisconsin-based IPS Testing became the first independent laboratory in the U.S. and North America to offer all seven industry-initiated flushability tests for wipes products. The company has now become the first lab to achieve ISO 17025 accreditation for its full series of flushability testing services.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/04/prweb11731004.htmWisconsin-Based Third Party Administrator Earns Better Business Bureau Accreditation and Achieves A+ Ratinghttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/03/prweb11710120.htmThu, 27 Mar 2014 17:00:00 GMT Based in the Upper Midwest, Cypress Benefit Administrators’ headquarters location was recently accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Wisconsin, Inc. The third party administrator (TPA) earned this recognition for meeting the BBB’s eight Standards for Trust and also received an A+ rating from the organization.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/03/prweb11710120.htmMidwest Security Company Sees Increase in Video Surveillance Usage as Picture Quality Improves & Businesses Turn to Footage for Legal Mattershttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/03/prweb11665066.htmThu, 13 Mar 2014 15:00:00 GMT Lappen Security Products of Northeast Wisconsin shows how the introduction of high-definition (HD) megapixel technology has led to significant growth in the use of commercial surveillance systems over the last few years. The Midwest security company also shares why clients are relying on this top-quality footage in legal matters now more than ever before.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/03/prweb11665066.htmHistoric Midwest Golf and Country Club Undergoes Major Facility Upgrades as It Celebrates 90th Anniversaryhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/02/prweb11616421.htmWed, 26 Feb 2014 16:30:28 GMT First opening in 1924, Butte des Morts Country Club of Appleton, Wisconsin, has announced a three-year, $3 million-plus project involving significant facility upgrades. A new pool, pool house and golf practice facility are scheduled to open this summer as the country club celebrates its 90th anniversary.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/02/prweb11616421.htmEmployee Benefits Administrator Helps Employers Make Sense of Recent Deadline Changes to “Pay or Play” Portion of Affordable Care Acthttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/02/prweb11598694.htmThu, 20 Feb 2014 13:00:00 GMT As more deadline changes to the shared responsibility (“pay or play”) requirements within the Affordable Care Act (ACA) were recently announced, Cypress Benefit Administrators continues to serve as a resource in offering employers compliance assistance. The Midwest-based employee benefits administrator breaks down the timing for the final ruling by company size and provides helpful details on other ACA rule highlights.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/02/prweb11598694.htmTPA Investigates Health Claim & Saves Client Over $15,000 on Surgery Billed at 700% More than Allowable Amounthttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/01/prweb11535268.htmThu, 30 Jan 2014 13:00:00 GMT In an effort to contain employee benefit costs, Cypress Benefit Administrators and its Argus Claim Review Division work with self-funded employer-clients to thoroughly scrutinize their health claims before issuing payment. The third party administrator (TPA) released a new case study that shows how one of these clients saved more than $15,000 on an appendectomy procedure that was billed at 700% more than the allowable amount.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/01/prweb11535268.htmPopular Midwest Festival Showcasing Original Music Now Accepting Artist Submissions for Its Summer 2014 Line-Uphttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/01/prweb11488554.htmTue, 14 Jan 2014 19:45:00 GMT Returning to Northeast Wisconsin in early August, the much-anticipated Mile of Music festival has opened a new self-submission process to artists interested in being considered for the 2014 line-up. The four-day event debuted as a huge success last year and will continue to showcase original, authentic Americana music this summer when over 200 performers hit the stage throughout Downtown Appleton.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/01/prweb11488554.htmCoworking Concept Spreads to Smaller Communities in U.S.; Brings Entrepreneurs, Independent Workers & More Together in Collaborative Spacehttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/12/prweb11431313.htmThu, 19 Dec 2013 13:00:00 GMT Originally popping up in big cities throughout the U.S. and internationally, coworking spaces are now extending to smaller communities everywhere. The Avenue HQ is the first of its kind in Appleton, Wisconsin, and will serve as a collaborative workspace for everyone from entrepreneurs to telecommuters, as well as a hub for the area’s creative culture development.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/12/prweb11431313.htmEmployee Benefits Administrator Offers Guidance on New “Use-or-Lose” Rule Alternative as it Relates to Health FSAshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/12/prweb11404947.htmTue, 10 Dec 2013 13:00:00 GMT With the new “Use-or-Lose” rule option from the IRS now in effect, Cypress Benefit Administrators is helping employers understand how it can be applied to their cafeteria plans. The Midwest-based employee benefits advisor provides guidance on the recently added carryover option for health flexible savings accounts (FSAs) and also explains how the existing grace period alternative works.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/12/prweb11404947.htmPresident of Employee Benefits Advisory Firm Leads Eye-Opening Workshop on Cost Control at National HR Conferencehttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/11/prweb11344996.htmTue, 19 Nov 2013 13:00:00 GMT The president of Cypress Benefit Administrators recently led a workshop on cost control at the Northwest Human Resource Management Association’s annual conference in Washington. Tom Doney focused on the state of employee benefits today and some of the main factors employers should consider to ensure the most cost-effective medical benefit plans at their workplace.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/11/prweb11344996.htmIPS Testing Becomes Second Independent Lab in North America to Offer Full Flushability Testing Serviceshttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/11/prweb11337535.htmMon, 18 Nov 2013 13:00:00 GMT Opening a new, state-of-the-art simulation lab, Wisconsin-based IPS Testing has become just the second independent laboratory in North America to provide full flushability testing and certification services for disposable wipe products. The company aims to work with manufacturers and suppliers in educating consumers about which products meet all flushability standards as it administers the testing methods set forth by the nonwovens industry.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/11/prweb11337535.htmNational Employee Benefits Advisor Welcomes New Regional Sales Manager to Omaha Officehttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/10/prweb11281557.htmWed, 30 Oct 2013 12:00:00 GMT Joining Cypress Benefit Administrators, a national employee benefits advisor, Julie Kohanek, RHU, will serve as the regional sales manager for the Omaha location. Kohanek brings 27 years of industry experience to her new role and will oversee business development and sales and marketing strategy efforts in the Midwest region on behalf of the third party administrator (TPA).

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/10/prweb11281557.htmIPS Testing Completes Facility Expansion and Continues to Grow Business in New Areashttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/10/prweb11275962.htmTue, 29 Oct 2013 12:00:00 GMT An independent physical and analytical testing services laboratory in Wisconsin that continues to experience strong business growth, IPS Testing recently completed a 4,000 square-foot facilities expansion at its Appleton headquarters. Much of the new space houses state-of-the-art simulator and testing equipment designed to carry out the new flushability testing protocols IPS Testing is now offering its clients.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/10/prweb11275962.htmIn-Depth Health Claim Review Saves Client Up to $15,000 on Surgery that Fails to Meet Standards for Medical Necessityhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11168387.htmMon, 30 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT As Cypress Benefit Administrators and its Argus Claim Review Division have reported in the past, medical necessity is becoming an issue consumers need to be aware of when considering their health care needs and reviewing the resulting medical claims. The U.S.-based third party administrator (TPA) specializes in employee benefits and shares a recent case study example where a patient was misdiagnosed and nearly received a $15,000 surgery that wasn’t medically necessary.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11168387.htmSignature Taste-Testing Event Returns for Soup Lovers; Incorporates a Community Food Drivehttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11168519.htmMon, 30 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT Appleton Downtown, Incorporated (ADI) announces the return of its popular Soup Walk in Northeast Wisconsin on October 19. The event gives attendees the chance to taste-test 15 original soup recipes from local venues and brings the community together in support of a fall food drive.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11168519.htmVice President of IPS Testing to Present on Recycling & Repulpability at Packaging Conference in Octoberhttp://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11173747.htmMon, 30 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT IPS Testing and company vice president, Chris Reitmeyer, will be among the line-up of feature presenters at the October 22 Focal Point 2013 packaging conference in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. Together with its Wisconsin Institute for Sustainable Technology (WIST) affiliate, IPS will explore packaging topics related to recyclability, repulpability and compostability testing in the pulp and paper industry.

]]>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11173747.htmThird Party Administrator Walks the Talk as it Receives Gold Well Workplace Award & Joins Ranks of "America’s Healthiest Companies"http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/9/prweb11098401.htmTue, 10 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT Demonstrating its long-term commitment to employee health and well-being, Wisconsin-based Cypress Benefit Administrators recently received the Gold Well Workplace Award. This recognition was presented by the Wellness Council of America and its local Wellness Council of Wisconsin affiliate.